Hillsboro, AL vs Millport, AL

Millport is moderately more affordable than Hillsboro, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Hillsboro scores 66 compared to 59 for Millport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hillsboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $679/month compared to $644/month in Millport — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Millport is more affordable at $101,700 median vs $177,000.

Median household income in Hillsboro is $59,359 compared to $77,292 in Millport (-23.2%). Millport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, more than the 10% in Millport.

Climate-wise, Millport is notably warmer with an average of 64.5°F compared to 60.7°F in Hillsboro. Hillsboro receives more rainfall at 56.3" per year compared to 53.5" in Millport.